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The partners have similar aims to make automation easier and more widely accessible through low-code programming and adding intelligence to robots.

Automated manufacturing is growing fast. As always, along with greater efficiency comes greater risk. The OT Threat Research team at TXOne Networks analyzes four automated factory trends that warrant focused cybersecurity attention: the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT); industrial robots; augmented reality (AR) devices; and additive manufacturing (AM).

ISA is proud to announce that its member community and discussion platform—ISA Connect—has won the prestigious Best Community Design Award from platform vendor Higher Logic.

At AUTOMATE 2023, Plus One Robotics will be demonstrating its parcel handling robotics platform for warehouse and sortation centers including its PickOne parcel induction solution and its human-in-the-loop remote supervision software.

Manufacturing management is increasingly recognizing the importance of manufacturing digitalization is a fundamental part of business strategy.

Scientists at the Technical University of Darmstadt have developed a highly accurate method for determining thermal solidification characteristics of metal parts built with laser-based powder bed fusion, an additive manufacturing technique.

Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division has announced that Hexagon has been identified as a Representative Vendor for the third straight year in the 2023 Gartner Market Guide for Enterprise Asset Management report.

Baumüller will be showing how with intelligent drive and automation technology, machine manufacturers and end users can determine and optimize the CO2 footprint of their machines and systems to significantly reduce energy costs.

Rockwell Automation, Inc., is pleased to announce a novel partnership with The Water Council (TWC) to promote corporate water stewardship across the world.

The market for collaborative robots is forecast to show strong growth over the coming years, with rising sales in industrial and non-industrial sectors and new application scenarios being developed.

Medical Manufacturing Technologies, Inc., a leading global provider of medical device manufacturing solutions, announced the acquisition of Somex Automation, an Ireland-based provider of custom automation equipment and processes for the medical device manufacturing industry.

Sparx Engineering, which was established in Houston in 2009 by co-founders David Headley, Rick Pettys and Paul Hoopingarner, has announced the opening of a new office in Dallas.

ABB will preview two major innovations: two higher payload GoFa collaborative robot variants and a completely new series of large robots.

The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals are pleased to announce a new partnership that will bring together their expertise and resources to strengthen the U.S. industrial base.

Rockwell Automation announced it has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Clark Dressen, Dow Corporation global director, described extending the reach of systems with the application of private 5G networks at the 27th Annual ARC Industry Forum.

Zededa’s Transform Edge Computing conference highlighted why there's no place better place to compute than the cloud and how OT systems can benefit.

Global chemical engineering societies will collaborate to support industry’s adoption of hydrogen as an energy carrier in the drive to net zero.

Mallard Manufacturing will open the Mallard Innovation Lab: a customer-interactive testing center, R&D and automated and robotic processing facility.

Plus One Robotics, a provider of advanced AI vision software and solutions for robotic parcel handling, has announced new customer programs using Yaskawa Motoman robots.

Siemens has been named a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for the sixth consecutive time.

Robotic solutions with force sensitivity and artificial intelligence can enable jobs that typically require manual labor to be fully automated.

ABB will apply critical expertise to optimize the integration of the hydrogen and electricity production across entire ecosystem including automation, electrical and digital technologies.

Excerpt from new OT cybersecurity book, Industrial Cybersecurity Case Studies and Best Practices. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

The annual event focuses on the role of accurate measurements in addressing the challenges of providing safe, nutritious food to everyone globally.

Endress+Hauser has further cemented its dedication to providing much-needed insight and subject matter expertise to the process automation industry.

Teledyne will showcase its newest products and solutions at the Automate 2023 exhibition taking place May 22-25, in Detroit, USA.

Jean-Pierre Hathout succeeds Walter Vahey, who will serve as an advisor for the autonomous mobile robot (AMR) company until his planned retirement in 2024.

IIOT Cybersecurity is explained, including security planning, network design, cloud security, certification, and more.

Being operationally resilient requires a multitude of safeguards that span OT and IT. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

PALLITE has been honored with the first ever King’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation 2023.

ABB announced today it has completed its acquisition of the Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business.

Senior executives at Okuma America Corporation recently announced new personnel appointments within its Sales organization to direct and support sales growth in the Americas.

Universal Robots, the Danish producer of collaborative robots (cobots) has announced a new partnership with Denali Advanced Integration, a leading services and global technology integrator.

Users benefit from faster commissioning, space-saving production and optional M2M communication as far as packaging.

Students, parents and educators are invited to participate in free tours, interact with industry professionals and learn about careers in automation and robotics.

Leuze is placing its strong growth on a broader footing and has expanded its executive management. Xavier Hamers joined the company on April 1, 2023.

Closing security gaps and strengthening security make organizations more resilient to future threats. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

Speed, flexibility and simplicity make EtherCAT a robust fieldbus contender. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

AT – Automation Technology is starting a new chapter in its already 25-year company history and is expanding to North America.

Attendees will learn practical considerations, based on proven field deployments, for planning, operating and maintaining networks of any size.

In the last two years, the manufacturer of electrical and electronic connection technology has increased its sales by more than 50%.

India has entered the world´s top ten in annual robot installations.

Denali has announced a partnership with Universal Robots, the leading manufacturer of collaborative robots.

Delta has announced its Americas regional headquarters has become the first green building in Fremont, California, to achieve the LEED Zero Energy certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Established in 1963, LK Metrology has an impressive heritage dating back to the birth of coordinate measuring machine (CMM) technology.

Industrial Cybersecurity (ICS) will present workforce development findings including, "the who," "the why," and "the what," on 10 May

ABB has completed the divestment of its UK technical engineering consultancy business, part of its Energy Industries division, to TÜV Rheinland, following a strategic portfolio review.

Critical Manufacturing, a leading provider of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), has been recognized as a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems for the third consecutive time.

Protocol stacks built to cybersecurity standards make device communication safer. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

The Cyber Resilience Act was passed by the European Union to address the surge of cyberattacks on hardware and software by creating technical requirements that businesses must comply with.

How AI is taking automation in aerospace manufacturing to new heights with 3D printing, automated quality control, robotics, and more

With the right PLC and HMI digital platforms, systems integrators can support their clients so they can keep legacy equipment operating for many years.

ABB is delivering the topside and hullside electrical system automation for one of the largest vessels to be deployed in an ultra-deepwater oil and gas field off the coast of Brazil.

Daniel D. Janka, president of Mazak Corp., has been elected chairman of the board for AMT. Melanie Lang, FormAlloy, and Rajas Sukthankar, Siemens, are newly elected board members.

Digi-Key Electronics announced that it is attending the EDS Leadership Summit, happening May 16-19, 2023, at the Mirage Resort in Las Vegas.

Global manufacturing customers will share digital transformation and advanced analytics best practices using Seeq.

Industrial automation providers have the experts you need, but getting in touch with the right person can be a challenge. Here’s how one vendor is addressing this issue with real-time communications, facilitated by intelligent AI-based chat.

Meet NIST SP 800-82 guidelines and the NIS 2 Directive with a system that incorporates demilitarized zones. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

Notable mining innovations and the future of the sector, including political uncertainty, sustainability concerns, and developing technology

The new investment will significantly increase production capacity of TDK’s TMR magnetic sensors in response to growing demand from automotive, consumer and industrial sectors.

IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, has announced its financial results for the quarter ending March 31st, 2023.

During AUTOMATE 2023, KUKA Robotics will feature a well-rounded range of solutions for meeting the automation mobility, education, safety and other needs of today’s manufacturers.

Phoenix Contact USA has received a 2023 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence (GAEE) for its rooftop solar project.

AMETEK Land, the leading manufacturer of monitors and analysers for industrial non-contact temperature measurement, has appointed David Primhak as Division Vice President Business Manager.

In the changed post COVID-19 business landscape, the global market for Industry 4.0 estimated at US$109.7 Billion in the year 2022 is projected to reach a revised size of US$430.1 Billion by 2030.

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading global provider of linear motion control solutions, is moving its Kristianstad, Sweden, operations into a larger space to meet growing demand for its motion control technology.

ABB has launched a “Defense in Depth” playbook to help industrial customers find the best approach to mitigating risk.

HMS Networks announces a new business line focused on helping industrial companies avoid costly unplanned downtime.

A description of each knowledgeable speaker taking the stage at the inaugural OT Cybersecurity summit in Aberdeen, Scotland, as well as summit expectations.

MassRobotics and maxon announce a partnership to support the robotics innovation ecosystem through collaboration and exploration of motion control technologies around automation and manufacturing-related applications.

The Swiss vehicle navigation leader has teamed up with the Stuttgart-based AGV consulting and integration experts to bring the benefits of "ANT driven" AGV solutions to organizations across Germany.

FDT Group announced that Paul Brooks, manager, technology business development, strategic development for Rockwell Automation; and Rolf Birkhofer, managing director for Endress+Hauser digital solutions have been voted in to serve in leadership roles on the FDT Board of Directors.

ETH Zurich, one of the world’s most renowned universities, has just opened a unique research facility: the Zero Carbon Building Systems Lab, which allows research into the behavior of building components and systems in different climate zones.

For more than 40 years, NORD has been developing electronic control products and is one of the pioneers of innovative variable frequency drive technology.